What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director, Demand Planning position at Estee Lauder?
ED, Global Demand Planning is an oversight role. Primary role and mission are to:
• Improve the quality of the Global Demand plans and processes to support the business delivery in the operating horizon
• Partner with the Plan COE team and the Regional Demand Planning leads to enhance capabilities and improve performance
• Inform Supply, Brand and Category teams with Demand R&Os in the operating horizon
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive improvement in the demand planning metrics (Forecasting Accuracy, Forecast Value add, Demand Attainment, Forecasting Stability, Bias …) across all Regions, Brands and business segments (Basic business, Innovation, Promotional)
• Evaluate and validate long range industry trends, retail growth rates, market share trends and demand drivers to serve as inputs in the Plan and to inform Brands and Corporate Strategy
• Support Demand reviews and Demand content in Global Forums
• Lead the Regional Demand Planning global forum to improve the adherence to current or new global processes and policies in the Regions (statistical baseline adoption, forecast override, sales driver adoption, forecast policy change…)
• Work with Brands and participate in Innovation Stage Gate to align on innovation sufficiency (adequacy or lack) and timely implementation for the fastest growing subcategories
• Work with Finance and Supply teams to support the budget process
• Influence GBSC leads on the lifecycle management process, from the launch to the line edit phase
• Drive deeper focus on Innovation and High Traffic Shopping Moments (HTSM) demand plans
• Build and sustain a collaborative environment in a cross functional and cross branded ELC environment
• Spends approximately 10% of time on developing and materializing company’s business strategy
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or related field
• Minimum 12 years of related experience in Planning, preferably in a Demand Planning role with at least 5 years of managerial experience
• Knowledge of, and experience with forecasting, demand planning, innovation planning and S&OP/IBP
• Experience with supervising and managing teams of 4 or more
• Strong business acumen, preferably from experience in the beauty industry or industries with similar product portfolio complexity
• Demonstrated managerial skills and ability to work with a diverse set of stakeholders
• Preferred knowledge of beauty industry
• Strong analytical and modeling skills with hands-on experience with forecasting and planning tools a plus
Capabilities:
• Strong managerial agility, with ability to successfully prioritize and manage multiple accountabilities simultaneously
• Ability to work within and across multiple functional teams, collaborating with Planning, Corporate Strategy, Finance, Regions, Brands, COE, Supply teams and Commercial stakeholders
• Strong business acumen
• Passion for excellent and granular execution
• Executive presence and comfortable presenting and working with SVP, EVP and C-level stakeholders
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional complex problem-solving abilities
Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or related field
• Minimum 12 years of related experience in Planning, preferably in a Demand Planning role with at least 5 years of managerial experience
• CPSM, APICS, IBF or similar
• Knowledge of, and experience with forecasting, demand planning, innovation planning and S&OP/IBP
• Knowledge of beauty or industries with similar product portfolio breath and innovation rates
• Excellent team player and communication skills
• Strong analytical and modeling skills with hands-on experience with forecasting and planning tools
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $147,000 to $252,000. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results as well as participation in the share incentive plan. In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Job: Supply Chain - Corporate
Primary Location: Americas-US-NY-New York
Job Type: Standard
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1st (Day) Shift
Job Number: 2224013
We are an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.
Salary : $147,000 - $252,000
